Submarine Rescue Vessel Extended Time Charter

The U.S. Navy is seeking a qualified contractor to provide a Jones‑Act‑qualified, U.S.–flag offshore supply vessel (OSV) on a fixed‑price time‑charter basis to support submarine rescue operations and related mission support in the Hampton Roads, Virginia area. The contract includes a one‑year base period with up to four one‑year options and a final 11‑month option, providing up to 59 months of charter service. The vessel must provide ≥ 6,000 sq ft of contiguous deck space for the Submarine Rescue Diving Recompression System (SRDRS), accommodate up to 31 super‑cargo personnel, meet specified stern‑opening, communications, dynamic positioning, and stability requirements, and include armed contractor‑security personnel and secure communications capability. The solicitation has been amended multiple times, most recently extending the offer due date to 15 Oct 2026. • Provide a Jones‑Act‑qualified U.S.‑flag OSV with ≥ 6,000 sq ft contiguous deck space (no mezzanine decks). • Meet technical criteria: 36‑ft stern opening, Starlink‑compatible broadband (≥ 1 MB), three independent DP reference systems, and stability for a 419‑short‑ton rescue system in Sea State 4‑6. • Include security team, secure workspace, insurance (Hull & Machinery, P&I, War‑Risk, Second Seaman’s), and comply with extensive reporting (fuel, safety, cyber, ECMRA).